Does the position of my thumbs matter at all? My mom is concerned because I don't grip the wheel with my thumbs much at all but I didn't know if that really matters or if it's something they will notice when I take my test?
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Erin - thank you for your comment and query. No, you don't have to wrap your thumbs around the steering wheel. So long as you demonstrate that you have control of the steering wheel, the position of your thumbs is not going to factor into your test score. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@PBironingboardII7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your reply! I just passed my test this morning! 🙌🏼
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Erin - that is a awesome news. A big "thumbs up" - no pun intended! Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are planning a big celebration, and it is well deserved. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best with your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick 👍
@TheTree1 Жыл бұрын
@@smartdrivetest you said you have to have two hands on the steering wheel at all times, and then you took your hand off the fucking steering wheel to turn. So, which is it?
@smartdrivetest Жыл бұрын
See this vid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmWnnHp9f7Ctoqc second, Please keep your comments PG. Finally, I’m driving a manual car. You can take your hand off the wheel to shift. Cheers Rick
@jbstepchild6 жыл бұрын
Im glad this is the proper way i need go do my license an was unsure of my techniques i appreciate the info an hope i pass my test later this month
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi jbstepchild - apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. We're happy to hear that the information is helping to obtain your license. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@freffect106 жыл бұрын
Next summer I’ll be taking my class 5 advance road-test. All these basic tips will be a great help to me. Your videos are my refresher course.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Gelomancer - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@philipmensah41629 күн бұрын
Thanks Rick that was very helpful
@wyndaglaraga56375 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ric for all the videos.. it’s really helpful and good job to you. I passed my license in surrey, BC. And thank you for advice of hand over hand technique.. ☺️
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi wynda glaraga - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@mouadariqi7 жыл бұрын
Very useful videos.. They helped me a lot to get my driving license.. Thank you very much for all your kindness
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Mouad Al-Ariqi - that is awesome news about being successful on earning your licence - thank you for sharing. And thank you for your kind words. Be sure to take some time out to celebrate. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note - always happy to help. All the best with your newly earned freedom. Cheers Rick
@mouadariqi7 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate it sir.. Of course I will.. All the best with your amazing job😊
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mouad Al-Ariqi
@LaCathydePablo6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this this is ehat my instructor TOLD me to work on
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi cathy banderas - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. And the exercises in this video will help with better handling of the primary controls: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnvTfn6hrKqbrqs If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@jamesjameson42844 жыл бұрын
Hi rick I’ve watched a lot of your videos, but I e just subscribed today. my road test is today, and your videos have been very helpful. I just need to relax. The people I’ve had driving with me say I can pass I just need to stay relaxed. Hopefully I’ll have good news later.
@smartdrivetest4 жыл бұрын
Hi James Jameson - Thank you for your comment. Sorry I didn't see your comment sooner. How did the test go my friend? All the best, Cheers Rick
@jamesjameson42844 жыл бұрын
Went great! Passed. The instructor said I did very well. All thanks to your videos. Thank you so much
@mpm195811 ай бұрын
Get a big balloon or a pillow and put it on your steering wheel. Whether you are at 10-2, 9-3, or 8-4 it will be clear of your arms, so whoever came up with the arm-breaking theory was just making that up... not to mention that basing your hand position on the fear that an airbag will injure your arms is ludicrous. The 10-2 position is optimal for city driving, since you're constantly turning corners and the hand over hand method is the most efficient and precise. This remains true even in situations that call for quick steering. That being said, I was pretty impressed by some Brits who could shuffle steer very quickly in a simulated emergency. On the highway, the 9-3 position is also acceptable, since higher speeds necessitate less steering input to avoid an obstacle, and 9-3 allows a slightly greater range while keeping contact with the wheel.
@tralawneyguiggey24822 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your help. You gave me good evidence
@smartdrivetest2 жыл бұрын
Hi Tralawney Guiggey - And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@MrSlaavus3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't find anything anywhere in regards to driving standard. Thanks so much for the video!! Probably saved me lol I always keep a hand on standby around the shifter 😅
@smartdrivetest3 жыл бұрын
Hi MrSlaavus - this is the video you're looking for my friend: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4iVgmqift2liNE Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@marionlewis47036 жыл бұрын
If you can't remember the speed you're in just look at the road conditions. Is there a center divide? Are there side streets? Are there house drives directly leading to the street? Is there 2 way traffic? How many lanes are on the street? Is there street lighting? Match these conditions to the speeds and remember what they are.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Marion Lewis - Thank you for your comment. That technique doesn't always work. It one place the speed is going to be 30mph and in another identical situation, the speed with be 40mph. The only way to be sure of the speed is the posted speed limit sign. All the best, Cheers Rick
@acnj2285 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the videos
@karoonboomie28132 жыл бұрын
But the question that could be in the test, and has been on a written test is what is the proper way to hold steering wheel, the correct answer was ~ 8 and 4 o’clock, but you say 9 and 3, 10 and 2 are acceptable in the driving test??
@smartdrivetest2 жыл бұрын
The learner’s test and the on-road test are different my friend. 10 and 2 or 9 and 3 are acceptable for driving. It’s hard to have good control of the steering wheel at 8 &. 4. Cheers Rick
@shabirqadiri4884 Жыл бұрын
thanks thats help me aloth
@smartdrivetest Жыл бұрын
Hi Shabir Qadiri - you are most welcome my friend. Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@marionlewis47036 жыл бұрын
Driving correctly and according to the law is not only required for the driving test they are requirements for the life of your driving. Including stopping at stop signs, not keep rolling because you did get there first and obeying speed signs.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Marion Lewis - Thank you for your comment. Unfortunately, that statement is simply not true. Obeying traffic laws no more keeps you safe, than criminal laws prevent crime. All the best, Cheers Rick
@idiyan13347 жыл бұрын
good vedeo
@trudy-annmcfarlane24067 жыл бұрын
You're such great help. Thank you
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Trudy-ann - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@kirara49536 жыл бұрын
I have a two spoke wheel, 3 and 9 is the best position, for three spoke wheels 2 and 10 is best position, for four spoke 2 and 10 as well.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Kiraro The Kitsune - Thank you for your comment and the good information. Do you steering wheels have air bags? If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@kirara49536 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test All steering wheels on cars should have air bags, if it doesn't have one it's because the car is surely modified in some way, not sure what advantages are there to air bagless wheels on a modified car, race cars like Nascar is fine but for cars on the road they should have them. The hand position is the same, normally only the center cover pops out when the bag is deloyed so you shouldn't get hurt.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Kiraro The Kitsune - Thank you for your response. You were on-board with what I was thinking - thus the car isn't modified. Yes, some driving manuals advocate "8 & 4" hand positions for steering wheels with airbags, but I'm not on-board with that thinking. And you're correct about race cars: most of these have roll cages, 5-point seat belts, and the driver is wearing a helmet. And these safety features make an airbag redundant. All the best my friend, Cheers Rick
@kirara49536 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test the four and eight position seems uncomfortable, I've seen people using it on buses and semi trucks because the steering wheel is much bigger so it makes sense since the 3 and 9, and 2 and 10 positions will require you to stretch your arms abnormally or get too close to the wheel, being too close can suffocate you if the bag deploys so 4 and 8 on a big wheel makes sense, but wheels on cars are mostly the same size, so 4 and 8 is just for lazy driving on a slow cruise I guess.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm not an advocate of the 8 & 4. It's simple physics that you have less control of the vehicle. But as you point out, it makes more sense on the bigger vehicles. All the best, Cheers Rick
@lawtonc89005 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick! At 1:15, there's an addendum to always keep the hands on the outside of the wheel. Could you explain in more detail? Thanks!
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Lawton C - Thank you for your query. The reason for keeping your thumbs on the outside of the wheels is so that you don't get your thumbs jammed in the spokes of the steering wheel if it somehow spins back into place. It was more risky before power steering, but is still a good practice my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@marionlewis47036 жыл бұрын
Place your hand at 9 and 3 that way should you need to swerve your hands can turn the wheel better and you know when the wheel is centered again. I also use the matching hands position when turning it is as fast as any if you keep on turning. The thumbs should be on the front of the steering wheel not tucked around the wheel. You have a better grip that way. Never take you hands from the wheel for hand gestures to your passengers when talking.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Marion Lewis - Thank you for your comment. All the best, Cheers Rick
@melannycastillo79794 жыл бұрын
Very helpful driving videos!!
@smartdrivetest4 жыл бұрын
Hi Melanny Castillo - you are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@pazmann6 жыл бұрын
This video helped so much, I got used to driving with one hand, but I ended up passing the road test this morning!
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi William - Super apologies for the late response. That is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you had a big celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your ability to keep both hands on the steering wheel for the duration of the test. ;0) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick
@DragonKnightDragonborn7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video because i was wondering for any Road test where i put my hands on the steering wheel
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Dragonite Dragonborn - thank you for your comment and query. For the purposes of the road test, 9 & 3 are probably going to be the most comfortable for you and give you the most amount of control. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@DragonKnightDragonborn7 жыл бұрын
ok thanks again Rick :)
@missybrown51666 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick I past first try !!!
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi missy brown - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are planning, or having, a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎PS - where in the world did you pass your test, and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@rainstorm5715 жыл бұрын
I tried to do hand to hand on my road test, but the examiner said it’s not allowed and should always be hand over hand, well I tried my best. My friend who took it same day with a different instructor said that they didn’t care about hand to hand. I’m sad 😢
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. Take a day & be bummed! Eat Doritos, watch TV & cuss a lot! 🤨 You’ll get it next time . Let us know if we can help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@elisestech96735 жыл бұрын
THANK YOUUUU
@harpreet49245 жыл бұрын
I have a road test next month.so my question is what should we do when a garbage truck is front u we have to follow truck or we can
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Harpreet Atwal - Thank you for your comment and query. When you have to follow a larger vehicle, you have to stay back a bit more when following so you can see around the vehicle. And you might have to pass too. This video will help out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4bRl5Wfeq-sqqM&list=PL0x-bChcUvwH3H8P-p2oneBQ6l7ZSQ1es&index=3 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@niketasvlahosz59775 жыл бұрын
Hello Rick! Tugging on the steering wheel is my problem. I tug on the steering wheel during shifting(not much, but I don't want to get used to it). Since you're a good instructor, could you please tell me how to release this bad habit? Maybe I grip the steering wheel tightly? Thanks in advance! Regards: Nikosz from Hungary
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Nikétás Vlahosz - Thank you for your comment and great insight. Without seeing you, I suspect you're looking down at the shifter when you're shifting. And remember, the car is going to go where you're looking. So what I suspect you have to do is go to a parking lot or other area where there isn't any traffic and practice shifting the car while keeping your gaze out the front window. Revisit this video for the shifting pattern of the car - kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4iVgmqift2liNE If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@mbroderick19843 жыл бұрын
So 8 and 4 works as well? I drive a hyundai accent 2008 manual transmission. I'm 5'10 and because I have no reach adjustment feature, I always end up too far from the wheel to hold at 10 and 2 or 9 and 3.
@wanilimbe3 жыл бұрын
Is 9 and 3 mandatory for the test, since it is the most uncomfortable way. The best way for me is usually one hand at 11 or hands at 11 and 1
@smartdrivetest3 жыл бұрын
Hi Vladimir Makarov - It doesn't have to be exactly, but try to be around there. I wouldn't counsel you to be much higher than 11 & 2. All the best, Cheers Rick
@caleboduor92974 жыл бұрын
Convinced
@JohnDoe-rs3oh5 жыл бұрын
Can I drive with hand position 12 and 6? My stearing wheel is like yours and its very comfortable to drive like that, but let me know if that's an ok driving hand position, thanks. I hope you see this immediately, because my road test is tomorrow, and I'm a good driver, but I'm not use to driving hands positions at 10 and 2. Also, any other advice you can give me would very appreciated. Thank you.
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi John Doe - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. You can't drive at 6 and 12 - that too much off the 10 and 2 position my friend. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@JohnDoe-rs3oh5 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test Thank you, and yes, I passed. 😃😊😄
@JupiterTechnology12.0003 жыл бұрын
I UseThe 9 And 3 O'clock Position while im Driving.
@michaelgarcia44875 жыл бұрын
Hello , I find your video absolutely helpful , Thank you. I have my driver's test tomorrow morning and I have pretty much everything down , I just need to practice more my left and right turns , What driving drills do you suggest for me to do in order for me to improve on my turns ???
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael Garcia - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - practice your slow-speed manoeuvres (parallel, reverse-stall, and curb parking) to improve your turns my friend.
@michaelgarcia44875 жыл бұрын
@@smartdrivetest Thank you for the tips and I passed on my first try !!! , Your videos were very truly helpful thank you again !!!
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael Garcia - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@arieldupree50757 жыл бұрын
Thank u
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi ariel dupree - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@melissabouey39965 жыл бұрын
When you turned left you let the stearing wheel slide in your hands here in qld it s a fail you have to control it at any time
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi melissa bouey - Thank you for your comment. And you are correct, in some place they want you to manipulate the steering wheel back. I don't agree, but it is a requirement of the road test. And I'm sure it is one thing that you will immediately lose after you pass your license. ;0) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@jja60506 жыл бұрын
I am a bit confused, if you can help me with my question it would be grateful. Anyway my question is, am I allowed to like let the wheel slide on my hand, so it can be aligned. Because multiple people told me to do that, and some told me to keep my hands on and go the opposite way.
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Jj A - Thank you for your query. Most place in North America will allow you to do hand over hand. Saying that however, it does vary a little place to place. The best person to ask is a driving instructor in your area. As well, I encourage you to take a practice driving test with a driving school before your test so you know the specific requirements for the test. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@austinsmith53135 жыл бұрын
What position do you think is best personally? I think 10 and 2 works best for me. Praying I can keep both hands on the wheel during my test haha
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Austin Smith - Thank you for your comment and query. And if 10 & 2 works for you, then that is a good position. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@idiyan13347 жыл бұрын
thank a lot I get it .
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi med hig - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're glad the video gave you the information to figure out your query. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@anirpas7 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick, can you make another video on just the hand over hand for both right and left turns? Thanks
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Saprina - we'll get that done for you before the end of the weekend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@anirpas7 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to it! thanks!
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Saprina - I got the video done for hand-over-hand control of the steering wheel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmWnnHp9f7Ctoqc All the best, Cheers Rick
@anirpas7 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test Thanks very much Rick! Very useful!!!
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome Saprina - if there's anything else we can do, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick
@frankwang027 жыл бұрын
my driver instructor said i should go 10-2, but i've been usually doing 9-3 and it's more comfortable that way... also he said that instead of opening the hands to let the steering wheel back, i should do hand over hand again?
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank - thank you for your comment and query. If you're comfortable with 9 & 3, then use that. And I don't agree with hand-over-hand to bring the steering wheel back because it will come back on it's own naturally. At the end of the turn, it may need a bit of help, but that working the steering wheel back is left over from the days before power steering. As long as you keep your palms in contact with the steering wheel, you'll be fine. Now, say all that, I would suggest that you follow the instructions of your driving instructor. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@frankwang027 жыл бұрын
thanks for the quick reply. i got my road test tomorrow. wish me luck.
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank - thanks for your comment. Good luck on your road test. Let us know how it turns out. All the best, Cheers Rick
@frankwang027 жыл бұрын
:) just passed. woooooOOooOoo.
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you have a big celebration planned, and it is well deserved. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best with your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick
@noahlee14485 жыл бұрын
Hi, I live in NYS and am very concerned as to whether or not I’m allowed to use the hand over hand method of steering. Some of my friends say it’s ok, and others say it’s not because you have to cross your hands while doing it. I don’t know who to believe. Please help!!
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Noah Lee - Thank you for your comment and query. And yes, I beleive that it is acceptable to use hand-over-hand in the city of NY for your driver's test. If you want to double check, contact Sam in the Bronx. He's with Ruki Auto Driving school and present that question to him. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@noahlee14485 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test Thanks so much, I contacted my local driving school and they said it’s fine, which is a very big relief. I’ll be sure to watch more of your videos before I take my test on Wednesday!
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Noah Lee - Thank you for your comment. We're happy to hear that you found the answer to your question. You're going to do awesome on your test. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@noahlee14485 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test thanks so much, I passed!
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Noah Lee - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and for your stellar endorsement. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation ? I'm sure you had a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in NY state did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@harpreet49245 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Harpreet Atwal - Thank you for your comment. What can we help you with my friend. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@Nicole-px2qs6 жыл бұрын
Got my test tomorrow at 2, I’m so scared!
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Nicole - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
How did the test go? All the best, Cheers Rick
@hasnain96546 жыл бұрын
Please make subtitles always with your videos!
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Rizwan Khan - Thank you for your comment. And there are subtitles on this video. Did you find some that didn't. If you let me know I'll get that fixed up for you - thank you. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@hasnain96546 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test OK, if I find any, I will tell you. I need subtitles, because I am not a native speaker of English. I live in Pakistan. So, keep up with subtitles!
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Rizwan Khan - thank you for your help in improving the channel. And yes, that is one of the reasons we work to put up the closed captions is due to English not being the native language of many viewers. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@yousee51845 жыл бұрын
0:59
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Henry Jhony - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@idiyan13347 жыл бұрын
I did very things well but I full because I have my method to hold the wheel. I very upset. is there rule obligation to hold the wheel?
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi med hig - sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. Have a look at this video too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmWnnHp9f7Ctoqc If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@marionlewis47036 жыл бұрын
If you need to return a hand to the wheel it takes those few mini moments and you have travelled several feet in an emergency, too late, you in an accident that could have been prevented by just putting the hand on the wheel where they should have been in the first place. .
@auralplex5 ай бұрын
Hand over hand is from the days when car steering wheels had to be turned 3x for a 90 degree turn... in other words, cars were boats. I find all these rules don't apply anymore, and never really did back then either. Nobody that is a competent driver drives like this.
@TOMGABSER8 жыл бұрын
How far do you move the steering wheel? My first class I was completely lost with how far I had to turn the steering wheel on different types of turns.
@smartdrivetest8 жыл бұрын
Hi TGSHokuto - thanks for your question. For your first lessons, I would suggest you work in an area that is NOT in traffic. Parking lots or other closed circuit training areas work best. In a parking lot, you can work with the primary controls: the steering wheel; the brake; and the accelerator - and get comfortable with these. Most passenger vehicle steering wheels move 11/2 turns in either direction. During normal driving 1/4 turn for curves. Right hand turns will require 1 full turn of the steering wheel, give or take; and left hand turns will 3/4 turn of the steering wheel. What may help more than know how far to turn the steering wheel is look in the direction that you want the vehicle to go - the steering wheel and turning should then take care of itself.
@bhargavi13915 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick! Is hand over hand manditory in road test?
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Bhargavi - Thank you for your comment. And most of the time it is. You can call a local driving school and double check, but in most places in North America it is. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@bhargavi13915 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply Rick.I appreciate it
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Bhargavi - you are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@bhargavi13915 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick- passed my road test today on first attempt in NJ.Your videos and suggestions had helped me a lot.Thank you very much😊.I have to learn more from your lessons.keep posting the videos👍🏻.
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Bhargavi - sincere apologies for the late response. That is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation I'm sure you had a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in NJ did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@johnnyshoe22296 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test im taking my test on thrusday in California CA could i criss cross my arms in 2017
@johnnyshoe22296 жыл бұрын
Or as it called the hand over the hand method
@jayzee26347 жыл бұрын
Hello sir, I'm 16 and I'm looking to get my G2. Problem is, I'm not sure how the driving instructor wants me to steer (the steering method.) Is a way that I MUST use for the test?
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay - thank you for your comment. If you contact a local driving school, they will be able to give you that information. But for most places in Ontario, it will hand-over-hand. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@jayzee26347 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test Thank you sir, appreciate your help
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay Zee - my pleasure my friend. Cheers Rick
@laveahlovee72407 жыл бұрын
Got it ❤
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Divea101 Robin - thank you for your comment. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@laveahlovee72407 жыл бұрын
Your welcome and Alrighty 😊
@francof63836 жыл бұрын
One hand top of steering weel that is the proper way pireod
@enriquegonzalez22707 жыл бұрын
What is the best way to set your hands 10 to 2 or 9 to 3
@enriquegonzalez22707 жыл бұрын
For driving
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Ricky - thank you for your comment and query. Either of the positions that you suggested will work - whichever of those feels comfortable or you and the vehicle that you're driving. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@itsepickills22556 жыл бұрын
A lot of people say to use hand to hand on drivers test but I find it difficult to do. Just wanted want to make sure hand over hand is okay in California.
@itsepickills22556 жыл бұрын
Also what about the wheel sliding on your hands I heard that’s not acceptable in the drivers test?
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi ItsEpicKills2 - Thank you for your comment and query. Most of the time hand-over-hand and allowing the wheel to return through your fingers are acceptable in CA, but I counsel you to take a practice driving test with a local driving school. That driving instructor can give you the specific information that you need to be successful on a road test. He or she can also evaluate your other skills and give you feedback so you're fully ready. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@itsepickills22556 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test okay thank you!
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi ItsEpicKills2 - you are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@neverlookback12447 жыл бұрын
Hey rick how many days does it take to learn to drive
@neverlookback12447 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick for replying as you know I'm a learner driver sometimes I feel shaky when driving I have some kind of fear like crashing or rear ending someone any advice
@smartdrivetest7 жыл бұрын
Hi Sanchez Bashir - thank you for your comment and query. First, breath - that will cause you body to relax. And next, ensure that you have good space management - if you're not near other vehicles and road users, there is a much less chance of crashing. And if you're not taking driving lessons, I might suggest one or two lessons with an instructor. Look for a driving instructor that works with Seniors - they are the best at working with people that have some anxiety about driving. All the best, Cheers Rick
@neverlookback12447 жыл бұрын
Hey rick one more question driving an automatic and manual which is better
@fanoflakespeed94606 жыл бұрын
I don't position at 10 and 2 can control the vehicle in an accident
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike JONES - Thank you for your comment. And yes, owing to air bags in the steering wheel, traffic professionals are now advocating the 8 & 4 positions to prevent injury in the event of air bag deployment. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@obeysamurai92146 жыл бұрын
Is it bad if I turn with one hand like your wiping a window in circles? I'm so used to it but not sure if it's bad
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Obey Samurai - Thank you for your comment. If I had a dollar for every time I said, "two hand on the wheel driver," I would be a rich person indeed. You must have two hands on the steering wheel at all times for the purpose of a road test. ;-P If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@obeysamurai92146 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test I should've practiced hand to hand then. Test is in 3 hours 😬
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Obey Samurai - you've got time. Remember, the test is only 10-20 minutes. You only have to hold it together for that long. Good luck on your test and let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@obeysamurai92146 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test Alright thanks
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Obey Samurai - How did the test go? All the best, Cheers Rick
@jahsjdhjsbbx69463 жыл бұрын
i thought you weren’t allowed to cross your hands when turning
@kwamz18726 жыл бұрын
I can’t use my left arm what do I do
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi KwamZ - Fifa 18 - Thank you for your comment and query. If you have a disability that prevents you from using both hands, you probably need to consult a medical doctor. S/he will provide you with a note, and you would be able to fit your vehicle with a spinner knob. You might have to take a couple of driving lessons with a specialist, but it should be fairly straight forward. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@NobleTenz6 жыл бұрын
Hi
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Noble Tenz - Thank you for your comment. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@laurawarner42483 жыл бұрын
Wth is this 8 and 4 hand position instruction now? That's extremely dangerous 😳
@lauriemmeyers6 жыл бұрын
My daughter failed when she let the wheel correct itself!! Both hands are NOT on the wheel - this guy contradicts himself!
@smartdrivetest6 жыл бұрын
Hi Laurie - sorry to hear about your daughter’s unsuccessful attempt. When allowing the wheel to correct, the palms must remain in contact with the steering wheel. I always council to take a mock road test because some driving centres require that the driver manipulate the steering wheel back. A driving instructor can provide that information. If there’s anything further we can do drop us a note. Always happy to help, Cheers Rick
@coryascott5 жыл бұрын
Disagree. You need to keep one hand on the gear shift at all times when driving a manual.
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Cory Scott - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. I will counter and ask you if race car drivers keep one hand on the gear selector? If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@coryascott5 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test I don’t watch racing, so I wouldn’t know the first thing about what they do. But I feel I have a lot more control over the vehicle and can respond much faster if I keep a hand on the shifter
@smartdrivetest5 жыл бұрын
Hi Cory Scott - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your response. Race car drivers keep both hands on the wheel and only move their hand when shifting. After shifting, they immediately move their hand back to the steering wheel. However, for everyday driving, I'm not advocating both hands on the wheel, unless you're preparing for a road test. All the best, Cheers Rick
@coryascott5 жыл бұрын
Smart Drive Test I mean, is the average person ever going to be driving like a race car driver? So is the way they drive relevant?